Senior Corporate Paralegal

Senior Corporate Paralegal - NY, NY

Who: A leading financial services company is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Paralegal to support legal and compliance functions.

What: This role involves managing state insurance regulatory filings, U.S. legal entity governance, board meeting coordination, and M&A support.

When: Hiring immediately to enhance corporate governance and legal support.

Where: New York, NY (Hybrid, 1-2 days/week in-office, subject to change).

Why: Growth

Office Environment: Collaborative and fast-paced legal team working closely with senior management and external stakeholders.

Salary: $115K - $150K base salary, plus comprehensive benefits and incentives.

Position Overview:

The Senior Corporate Paralegal will oversee U.S. entity management, regulatory filings, board meeting administration, and corporate governance support while collaborating with internal teams and external regulators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage U.S. entity registrations, licenses, and annual reports.
• Prepare insurance regulatory filings and liaise with state regulators.
• Support financial reporting, independent auditors, and corporate governance initiatives.
• Assist with M&A transactions, including NDAs, document preparation, and post-merger integration.
• Coordinate U.S. Board of Directors meetings, including agenda preparation, resolutions, and minutes.
• Maintain corporate records and implement governance best practices.
• Provide support to investment management counsel and transactional matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5-10 years of corporate legal experience.
• Insurance/financial services industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance and board administration (Diligent BoardBooks experience a plus).
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and ability to conduct legal research.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in project management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.